Presidents Day Holiday Trivia

Did you know that Presidents Day is not an official holiday? It’s actually Washington’s Birthday but has become to be known as Presidents Day, according to americanhistory.about.com.

“There was an attempt in 1968 to officially name it Presidents Day. However, this suggestion died in committee,” the site states. But, it’s call Presidents Day in many states.

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Whether you refer to the day as Washington's birthday or Presidents Day, today is a legal holiday. Here’s a list of what’s closed:

Consolidated School District 158

Huntley Village Hall

Huntley Post Office

McHenry County government offices

Kane County government offices

Here’s some more trivia: Presidents Day is known for retail sales. “In the 1980s, retailers began to use this holiday as a time to clear out their old stock in preparation for spring and summer,” the website states.

Happy shopping!